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Lauren Joyce Brings ‘Startup Energy’ to Missionary Hub in Phoenixville
The Chester County native leads the Missionary Hub at St. Ann Parish, where she sees the good work the Holy Spirit is accomplishing. She loves to build bold new ventures, evangelize those seeking connection, and build the flame of a relationship with Jesus.
Setting the World on Fire for Christ, at least in NE Philly, is Jeffrey Shields’ Goal
The Missionary Hub director at St. Matthew Parish in the city’s Mayfair section brings a creative missionary spirit and a lifetime of evangelization and ministry experience to his new role.
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Archdiocese Launches 2026 CRS Rice Bowl Campaign
A blessing led by Bishop John J. McIntyre on Feb. 11 opened the annual Lenten effort inviting Catholics to pray, fast, and give in solidarity with those in need.
Christ in the City Missionaries and Archbishop Pérez Gather for Mass and Community Dinner
Archbishop Pérez visited Christ in the City staff and missionaries Feb 9. at St. John Cantius Parish, their home during a year of service walking with those experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia. See our photo gallery.
Calendar of Events
St. Carlo Acutis Exhibit to Open Feb. 13 at Miraculous Medal Shrine
An exhibit featuring Church-approved Eucharistic miracles from around the world, honoring the saint canonized last year, comes to the Miraculous Medal Shrine Feb. 13–18, offering a reflective start to Lent.
March Trainings to Equip Parishes for Disability-Inclusive Ministry
The Office for Persons with Disabilities will host free two‑day trainings in English and Spanish to equip parish leaders and volunteers with tools for welcoming parishioners of all abilities.
